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as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention
fishing for compliments, the neighbors showed their new SUV to everyone on the block
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2
as in to reveal
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs
the actor's expressive face shows his every thought and emotion clearly
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3
as in to prove
to gain full recognition or acceptance of
that shows we're right
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4
as in to guide
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
showed me how to play the guitar
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as in to steer
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
showed them the way to get home
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as in to appear
to come into view
another car showed just as we were thinking we'd have the whole place to ourselves
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as in display
an outward and often exaggerated indication of something abstract (as a feeling) for effect
the children made a show of disgust when confronted with asparagus
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as in act
a display of emotion or behavior that is insincere or intended to deceive
her "concern" for the less fortunate is all just a big show
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3
as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
a false show of strength that fooled the enemy
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as in exhibit
a public showing of objects of interest
a boat show at the convention center
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Recent Examples of show
John Hopewell, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
My research shows that 59,205 votes were cast across 12 Florida campuses hosting early-voting sites in 2018.
—Stephen C. Phillips, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025
Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Feb. 2025
The show was created and produced by Banijay Benelux label TwentyTwo.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
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Verb
And Stars Matter Too There’s one through-line in many ITV Studios shows, however: Their star presence.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025
My research shows that 59,205 votes were cast across 12 Florida campuses hosting early-voting sites in 2018.
—Stephen C. Phillips, The Conversation, 25 Feb. 2025
Noun
So far, she’s completed four shows in Brisbane and two of four nights in Sydney.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Feb. 2025
The show was created and produced by Banijay Benelux label TwentyTwo.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Feb. 2025
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Verb
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Its Backup Storage area displays the backups and the option to conduct remote restorations.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
25 Feb. 2025
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However, at most dealership websites, buyers can only see the range when the vehicle is new displayed, and sometimes current 100 percent state-of-charge range, but nothing deeper.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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In the series, it’s revealed that Gabby called an ex-boyfriend in the days leading up to her disappearance and on the day detectives think she was murdered.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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Here are the supplements and meds that work New Florida survey reveals our confusion on heart health.—
Chicago Tribune Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The success of The Onion Field proved to be a turning point for Wambaugh.—
Chris Koseluk,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
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Did my experience prove to be as simple as power on, connect, tap the app, choose a target and wait?—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Smith was hired in the summer of 2021 and guided the Utes to a 65-62 overall record, failing to make an NCAA Tournament appearance.—
The Athletic College Basketball Staff,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Now, imagine an AI sales associate actively guiding a customer through the sales process.—
Michael Ashley,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Nearly a decade after that, Willis steered Sabathia to an American League Cy Young Award.—
Zack Meisel,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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The British family that has steered the James Bond franchise for more than 60 years, zealously protecting the superspy from the indignities of Hollywood strip mining, has agreed to relinquish control to Amazon.—
Brooks Barnes,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The actions by the Department of Education appear to be in response to last week’s sweeping ruling from the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals, which extended and expanded a block on lower payments and student loan forgiveness under several IDR plans.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Both women had been bludgeoned and hacked with what appeared to be a hatchet.—
The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette,
arkansasonline.com,
24 Feb. 2025
Noun
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But the pizza videos show that people still yearn for that trace of meanness, that disregard for niceties — that implicit demonstration of a brutal capacity for honesty.—
Willy Staley,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2025
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Pasillas joined several hundred people in Monday’s protest on the west side of the Capitol, a demonstration that was among a planned nationwide day of protests against the Trump administration.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacramento Bee,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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California rock band Incubus will be the headlining act at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival 2025 on Thursday night (Feb. 27).—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
27 Feb. 2025
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While opening acts haven’t been officially announced yet for the stadium shows, Blackpink concerts are known for their elaborate production and full-evening experiences.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Show.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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